Should I Repair My Windows or Replace My Windows? 

There are plenty of reasons to invest in a quick window repair vs. window replacement. For example, you may want to repair rather than replace your windows if:

• Only one or two windows are damaged (many companies require you to commit to a three-window minimum or higher when replacing windows)

• You’re dealing with an isolated issue, like a single crack in the glass

• You have a historic property and you’re trying to preserve original components

• You have wooden frames that can be fixed with a patching kit

Because window replacements aren’t cheap and the ROI rarely exceeds 70% upon resale, you may also want to invest in repairs before listing your home for sale. However, this depends entirely on the state of your windows. Buyers may be scared off if your windows are severely damaged or outdated.

Repairs are great in a pinch or when you only need to fix a few small, isolated issues. However, you may need to invest in window replacement vs. repairs if:

• You have substantial window damage across multiple windows

• Your windows are more than 15 years old, and you’re noticing more draftiness (which also means more energy waste when you’re heating and cooling your home)

• You keep dealing with the same operational issues despite investing in repairs

• You’re ready to invest in lasting home modernization and energy efficiency

Window replacement is a great investment for homeowners who plan to stay in their homes for at least a few years. That way, you’re seeing the ROI of energy savings in addition to the ROI upon resale.

When we say that window repairs are the more affordable option, how much more affordable are we talking? As you might expect, the cost of window repair will reflect factors such as the type of damage you’re fixing, but also the type of window you’re repairing. This Old House provides a useful breakdown that looks at the cost of repairs based on the number of glass units and more.

To get a basic sense of what your window repair cost might look like, we’ve pulled some of the prices listed by This Old House for common repairs.

Window repairs are going to cost anywhere from $40 to $1000 per window. On the low end, we’re talking about very simple repairs to features like sash cords. On the high end, we’re talking about glass repairs for specialty windows like bay, bow, or picture windows.

At ZINTEX Remodeling Group, we provide window replacement services in the DFW area, as well as parts of West Texas and Oklahoma.

We do not do window repair services unless you’re requesting services on windows we have installed in your home. If you’re not sure if you’d be better off repairing or replacing your windows, we’re happy to talk to you about your property’s condition to help you make that decision.

It’s time to regain control of your indoor air quality and temperature. Can you get away with a few affordable repairs, or do you need to make a larger but more impactful investment in replacement vinyl windows? If you think you might be in store for new windows, you’re in the right place.

At ZINTEX Remodeling, we practice transparency in everything we do. Next up, find out about what window replacement services ZINTEX has to offer.

You know that it’s time to invest in window replacement services, but you don’t like to start any project without knowing what to expect. Now, you know exactly what will happen during your ZINTEX window design consultation. What’s next?

At ZINTEX, we value our customers, and our customers value information. Take a look at this detailed timeline of ZINTEX window replacement services so you can be just as prepared for your installation dates.